About Jimmy Gilmer
Lived 1940 – 2024 (aged 83). Jimmy Gilmer was an American musician and singer.
Jimmy Gilmer (September 15, 1940 — September 7, 2024 ) was an American singer and lead singer for The Fireballs.
Early life Gilmer was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1940 but grew up in Amarillo, Texas. Jimmy studied music at the Musical Arts Conservator. After a jam with The Fireballs, he was asked to join the group. Gilmer retired in 2007 and returned to the Fireballs. His last gig with the Fireballs was in Clear Lake, Iowa in February 2022.
Death Gilmer died in Amarillo on September 7, 2024, eight days before his 84th birthday. He had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease two years before.
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Who was Jimmy Gilmer?
American musician
When was Jimmy Gilmer born?
Jimmy Gilmer was born on 15 September 1940 in Chicago.
When did Jimmy Gilmer die?
Jimmy Gilmer died on 7 September 2024.
What was Jimmy Gilmer's occupation?
Jimmy Gilmer was a musician and singer.
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Jimmy Gilmer was American.
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